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Pilot study reveals effective approach to boost adherence to Mediterranean ketogenic diet for memory concerns in older adults

Researchers explored strategies for enhancing compliance with a Mediterranean ketogenic nutrition program among older individuals.

1 Jun 2023

More states OK postpartum Medicaid coverage beyond two months

As Medicaid purge begins, ‘Staggering numbers’ of Americans lose coverage

More than 600,000 Americans have lost Medicaid coverage since pandemic protections ended on April 1. And a KFF Health News analysis of state data shows the vast majority were removed from state rolls for not completing paperwork.

1 Jun 2023

The increased consumption of ultra-processed food influences human health and environmental sustainability

The relationship between the consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

1 Jun 2023

SCORE2- diabetes prediction model estimates the 10 year risk of cardiovascular disease in individuals with type 2 diabetes

Researchers described the development and validation process of SCORE2-Diabetes.

1 Jun 2023

Special issue aims to deepen the conversation around cerebral palsy

Although cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common childhood-onset disability, there are very few evidence-based clinical practice guidelines or recommendations on how to treat and manage this condition.

31 May 2023

Study explores the link between sleep apnea and brain volume

Studies have shown that sleep apnea is related to an increased risk of dementia. A new study looks at the relationship between sleep apnea and brain volume.

31 May 2023

DIALIVE device may be a disease-modifying therapy for patients with acute-on-chronic liver failure

Acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF) occurs in 30% of hospitalized cirrhosis patients, leading to over one million deaths worldwide each year.

31 May 2023

Novel phototherapy device could have potential therapeutic benefits for sleep and daytime functioning

Wearing a phototherapy device that emits near-infrared light is associated with potential therapeutic benefits for sleep and daytime functioning, according to a new study to be presented at the SLEEP 2023 annual meeting.

31 May 2023

Canadian study identifies lifestyle behavior changes and related risk factors during COVID-19 pandemic

Sixty per cent of roughly 1,600 Canadians who took part in a new McGill University study say their lifestyle habits either stayed the same or improved during the COVID-19 pandemic.

31 May 2023

Multi-ethnic genome study unlocks new genetic links to health conditions

Research explores the genetic architecture of circulating metabolites, uncovering novel variant-metabolite associations and validating previous findings. It provides insights into the genetic contribution to metabolite levels and potential implications for human disease.

31 May 2023

Spice up your heart health: Taurine and black pepper combo shows promising cardioprotective effects

Taurine and black pepper, along with key terpene constituents, are investigated for their potential in reducing cardiovascular risk factors and combating related diseases in this comprehensive literature review. Their cardioprotective effects and mechanisms are explored.

31 May 2023

Study unlocks insights into how 'good fat' tissue could be harnessed to combat obesity, diabetes

New research has unlocked insights into how "good fat" tissue could potentially be harnessed to combat obesity and remove glucose from the blood, helping to control diabetes.

31 May 2023

Protein discovery could open up new treatment options for chronic kidney disease

Fresh insights into a protein that causes damage in kidneys and hearts could open up new treatment options for chronic kidney disease, research shows.

31 May 2023

NIH scientists identify genomic variants that cause rare inflammatory skin disorder

Researchers at the National Institutes of Health and their colleagues have identified genomic variants that cause a rare and severe inflammatory skin disorder, known as disabling pansclerotic morphea, and have found a potential treatment.

31 May 2023

First-in-human clinical trial of liver dialysis device successfully completed

The first successful in-patient trial of liver dialysis* has been completed by researchers from UCL, the Royal Free Hospital, UCL spin-out Yaqrit and their collaborators.

31 May 2023

Wastewater data unveils underreported Mpox cases in Texas

A recent study characterizes the analytical sensitivity of three assays used to detect MPXV in wastewater samples.

31 May 2023

Study: 1 in 6 unvaccinated individuals still experiencing covid-19 effects up to two years after infection

Around 1 in 6 unvaccinated individuals say they are still experiencing health effects of covid-19 up to two years after infection, finds a study from Switzerland published by The BMJ today.

31 May 2023

New variants of human metapneumovirus surge in Spain post-COVID, highlighting evolution and impact

Investigating Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) prevalence, genetic diversity, and evolution in respiratory tract infections (RTIs) for better understanding and management.

31 May 2023

Breast cancer patients experience more severe CIPN symptoms with paclitaxel

Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) – nerve pain, tingling, or numbness in the hands or feet – is a common side effect of certain cancer treatments, including two drugs frequently used to treat cancer – the taxanes paclitaxel and docetaxel.

31 May 2023

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Pilot study reveals effective approach to boost adherence to Mediterranean ketogenic diet for memory concerns in older adults

More states OK postpartum Medicaid coverage beyond two months

As Medicaid purge begins, ‘Staggering numbers’ of Americans lose coverage

The increased consumption of ultra-processed food influences human health and environmental sustainability

SCORE2- diabetes prediction model estimates the 10 year risk of cardiovascular disease in individuals with type 2 diabetes

Special issue aims to deepen the conversation around cerebral palsy

Study explores the link between sleep apnea and brain volume

DIALIVE device may be a disease-modifying therapy for patients with acute-on-chronic liver failure

Novel phototherapy device could have potential therapeutic benefits for sleep and daytime functioning

Canadian study identifies lifestyle behavior changes and related risk factors during COVID-19 pandemic

Multi-ethnic genome study unlocks new genetic links to health conditions

Spice up your heart health: Taurine and black pepper combo shows promising cardioprotective effects

Study unlocks insights into how 'good fat' tissue could be harnessed to combat obesity, diabetes

Protein discovery could open up new treatment options for chronic kidney disease

NIH scientists identify genomic variants that cause rare inflammatory skin disorder

First-in-human clinical trial of liver dialysis device successfully completed

Wastewater data unveils underreported Mpox cases in Texas

Study: 1 in 6 unvaccinated individuals still experiencing covid-19 effects up to two years after infection

New variants of human metapneumovirus surge in Spain post-COVID, highlighting evolution and impact

Breast cancer patients experience more severe CIPN symptoms with paclitaxel

Building quality into drug development for safer, faster medicines

How Pulp Fixin Is Turning Paper into High-Performance Sustainable Labware

A new method to measure intracellular water in biological systems

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